Tag: humanitarian aid

Deeply rooted in the local and global communities, the Potter’s House charter is to extend a “hand of help to the needy, a heart of compassion to the hurting, and a message of empowerment to the disenfranchised." | Image courtesy: thepottershouse.org

In the past four years, Israel has helped more than 4,000 Syrians medically. Most of them were taken to Israeli hospitals. But Israel's aid to the Syrians didn't stop with the sick and wounded. | Courtesy: CBN News - Julie Stahl, Chris Mitchell

CARE International Humanitarian Relief Agency tackles the underlying causes of poverty and social injustice in order to deliver lasting change in the lives of poor and vulnerable people. | Image courtesy: care-international.org

Compassion International: The ministry releases children from spiritual, economic, social, and physical poverty. The goal is for each child to become a responsible and fulfilled adult. | Image courtesy: compassion.com

Hurricane Maria: This is the fifth time on record that Dominica has taken a direct hit from a hurricane, but never has it faced a storm of such ferocity and strength. The hurricane brought life in Dominica to a standstill.

The storm caused widespread damage and destruction in Dominica, one of the poorest countries in the Eastern Caribbean. On 25 September, the UN estimated that the entire population suffered direct damage to housing and livelihoods.

Action Against Hunger is on a mission to help save the lives of malnourished children. They ensure everyone can access clean water, food, training and healthcare. | Image courtesy: actionagainsthunger.org